WRCT to close 2012-13 season with 'Harvey'

Cast and crew of the Wisconsin Rapids Community Theatre production of 'Cradle & All' pose for a photo after earning first place at the AACTFest 2013 Region III competition in Hartford in April. Pictured, from left, are actor Steve Martin, crew member Jenny Martin, crew member Stephanie Hoerth, director Susan Edgren and actress Karly Tellekson.

Spring is finally here and with it comes Wisconsin Rapids Community Theatre's final show of the 2012-13 season.

"Harvey," directed by Susan Edgren, opens May 10 and runs May 11 to 12 and 16 to 18. Performances are at 7:30 p.m., with the exception of a 2 p.m. matinee May 12. What a great way to celebrate Mother's Day! This comedy will be sure to tickle the whole family's funny bone. All tickets are $2 off the regular $15 price and can be reserved by calling 715-421-0435.

Auditions for our first children's show of the summer are being held this week. Children ages 10 to 18 are invited to audition at 7 p.m. today in our Studio Theatre. The Youth Drama Club also will meet from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. May 20.

Also, WRCT is ecstatic to announce that "Cradle & All" won first place at regional competition in April (being the only company garnering a unanimous vote to move forward) and will be going to nationals in June. In addition, Susan Edgren received an award for Excellence in Directing, and Karly Tellekson and Steve Martin both received awards for Excellence in Performance. Congratulations to all!